I know the plans I have in mind for you – it is the Lord who speaks – plans for peace, not disaster, reserving a future full of hope for you. When you seek me you shall find me, when you seek me with all your heart.

The nations shall fear your name, O Lord,

– and all the kings of the earth your glory.

Let us pray.

Lord, keep us ever alert and watchful

as we await the coming of your Son,

so that, faithful to his teaching,

we may hasten to meet our Saviour with lamps alight.

Through Christ our Lord.

Let us praise the Lord.

– Thanks be to God.

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